IMPORTANT: Due to the needs of a particular client currently in our care in the Doonside area, we are strongly encouraging MALE staff to apply, under the exception clause of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 - Sect 31. First Nation and Islander people are also strongly encouraged to apply. However, we also have vacancies for everyone else in our other programs.The ideal candidate should have experience in:Supporting clients with complex behaviors.Managing clients exhibiting sexualised behaviors.Managing physically and verbally aggressive clients.Responding to and managing situations involving assaults and property damage. ABOUT THE ORGANISATION Impact Care Solutions Ltd, is an accredited agency that provides therapeutic care to young people with high and complex needs stemming from exposure to abuse and neglect. Some of those people also have disabilities. Impact offers a range of disability and residential services across the Hunter region and Greater Western Sydney. Our disability services aim to empower people with disabilities to lead meaningful and valued lives.Our team are committed to working with our participants to ensure that their individual life goals become a reality. Through the development of practical and social skills, residents can live autonomously and get involved with their community.We are currently looking for experienced Therapeutic Care Workers / Youth Workers in Doonside. Workers with experience in dealing with complex behaviours are encouraged to apply.MAKING A REAL DIFFERENCETherapeutic Care Workers will develop meaningful relationships with participants by getting to know them as people with individual needs, dreams and aspirations. In this role you will use the strength of your relationships with participants to support them in working towards their identified goals, whilst empowering them to participate in personal decision making.MORE THAN A JOB, IT'S A CAREERImpact will invest in your career. Our in-house staff development calendar delivers a range of tailored training opportunities aimed at expanding the skills of staff specific to the needs of our participants.We are currently recruiting for casual positions.This is a shift work position on a 24 hour roster, involving day, night (sleepover or awake) and weekend shifts.To be a successful, you will Be committed to improving the lives of people with a disabilityBe passionate about this industry and supporting vulnerable peopleBe resilient and able to manage challenging situations as they ariseWilling to commit to a variety of different shifts, including sleepovers, awake, supports, weekends and public holidaysPrevious experience with psychosocial disabilities or mental health will be highly regarded, however not essentialRelevant qualifications and experience are preferred but not essentialBe willing to undertake and provide a NDIS Worker Check, WWCC, Police Check (6 months) and First Aid CertificateHold a current drivers license, have a car and comprehensive car insuranceIn return you will get Up to $50 (casual rate) plus shift penalties and superCareer development opportunities as Impact expandsTraining that will develop your skills in the community services sectorA supportive team and managerThe chance to make a difference in people's livesNDIS support work also available.We will be assessing applications as soon as they come in, so apply now and don't miss this opportunity!